In general the scheme offers three levels of certification Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3.

There are three simple steps to certification:

Mandatory approved training

Relevant work experience

Examination at a CSWIP Test Centre

CSWIP 3.0 - Visual Welding Inspector - Level 1

Suitable for:

Welders, operators, line inspectors and foremen who undertake visual examination of welded joints; quality control staff associated with welding; all staff who need basic training in welding inspection coupled with a qualification in this field.

This course is also available with a practical module: CSWIP 3.0 Plus - Visual Welding Inspector with Practical Module (4 days).

Course Objectives:

To understand the relevant welding technology related to visual inspection

To understand the need for documentation in welding

To be aware of codes and standards related to inspection requirements

To carry out inspection of parent materials and consumables

To carry out visual inspection of welds, report on them and assess their compliance with specified acceptance criteria

To pass the CSWIP 3.0 Visual Welding Inspector qualification.

Additional Information:

Examination applicants must submit a detailed CV/resume when booking this course

Enrolment on this course does not constitute reservation of an examination. All courses may be followed by a CSWIP Welding Inspector examination for candidates with appropriate experience as specified in CSWIP document WI-6-92.

Entry Requirements

Although there is no specific experience required, it is recommended that candidates possess a minimum of six months' welding-related engineering experience and two years' industrial experience.

CSWIP 3.1 - Welding Inspector - Level 2

Suitable for:

Inspection engineers and supervisory staff. The course is ideal for inspectors requiring preparation for the CSWIP examinations - Welding Inspector.

Those with little or no previous welding experience are advised to attend the Certificate in Visual Inspection of Welds course to prepare for this course.

Course Objectives:

To understand factors which influence the quality of fusion welds in steels

To recognise characteristics of commonly used welding processes in relation to quality control

To interpret drawing instructions and symbols to ensure that specifications are met

To set up and report on inspection of welds, macrosections and other mechanical tests

To assess and report on welds to acceptance levels

To confirm that incoming material meets stipulated requirements and recognise the effects on weld quality of departure from specification

To be in a position to pass the Welding Inspector - Level 2 examinations

Additional Information:

CSWIP Welding Inspector examination - All candidates must attend a CSWIP approved course of training prior to examination. Enrolment on this course does not constitute reservation of an examination. All courses may be followed by a CSWIP Welding Inspector examination for candidates with appropriate experience as specified in CSWIP document WI-6-92.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Welding Inspector for a minimum of 3 years with experience related to the duties and responsibilities listed in Clause 1.2.2 of CSWIP document WI-6-92, under qualified supervision, independently verified OR

Certified Visual Welding Inspector (Level 1) for a minimum of 2 years with job responsibilities in the areas listed in 1.2.1 and 1.2.2 of CSWIP document WI-6-92 OR

Welding Instructor or Welding Foreman/Supervisor for a minimum of 5 years In addition to all the above, candidates must comply with Clause 1.3.4 of document WI-6-92

Career Progression:

CSWIP 3.2 - Senior Welding Inspector - Level 3

Radiographic Interpretation (RI) - Principles (Part A)

BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector - Grade 2/3

BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector - Grade 1

BGAS-CSWIP Site Coatings Inspector

AWS CWI to CSWIP Welding Inspector - Level 2

The training modules have been set up to provide training and instruction in the requirements for the bridging examination for present holders of AWS CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) requiring CSWIP 3.1 approval and Welding Inspector certification.

CSWIP 3.2 - Senior Welding Inspector - Level 3

Suitable for:

Experienced welding inspectors and quality control staff, especially those who are proceeding to the CSWIP Senior Welding Inspector examination. It is essential that course members have a knowledge of the subjects covered in the course Welding Inspector before joining this course.

It is the responsibility of the examination candidates to either hold CSWIP Welding Inspector 3.1 or consider attending the Welding Inspector course and examination (WIS5E) prior to this course/examination.

Course Objectives:

To understand the various facets of welding inspection and quality control

To assess the validity of a welding procedure

To recognise origins of weld defects

To interpret features of a fracture surface and prepare detailed reports

To scrutinise and correct inspection reports

To plan, organise and supervise use of skilled inspectors and NDT personnel

To conduct pre-, during and post welding audits

To be in a position to pass the relevant examination

Additional Information:

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Certified Welding Inspector (Level 2) for a minimum of 2 years with job responsibilities in the areas listed in 1.2.1, 1.2.2 and 1.2.3 of CSWIP document WI-6-92 OR